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The University of Texas System Administration

JOB DESCRIPTION

Effective Date:   October 1, 1999
Job Title Claims Supervisor
Job Code Number 9592
FLSA Category Exempt
Job Purpose To manage the operation of each of the Workers’ Compensation field offices and monitor for compliance with Workers’ Compensation insurance (WCI) rules and regulations.
Education and experience required including training, registration, and licensure. Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field with a minimum of 5 years workers’ compensation experience. Type 03 Workers’ Compensation license required.
Supervision provided to others. Yes

Job Functions

Number

Description

1.

 Manage the daily operation of the Workers’ Compensation Insurance office.

2.

 Develop and supervise employees by providing training, setting goals, and conducting performance evaluations.

3.

 Assist in the administration of the in-house WCI program and oversee the activities of the third-party audit company.

4.

 Audit claims for compliance with state workers’ compensation rules and regulations.

5.

 Represent the UT System in administrative hearings before the Texas Worker’s Compensation Commission.

6.

 Provide training and resource guidance in WCI related issues to component institutions.

7.

 Develop and supervise activities for monitoring rules, regulations, and state and federal laws to ensure compliance within the assigned area of responsibility.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed
by the employee occupying this position. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties
necessary for the effective operation of the department.  Any qualifications to be considered as
equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of Human Resources.

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215.